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WK53 BFU

2003 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

13,615 mi
Last recorded13,615 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 BFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 13,615 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 13,377 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 13,262 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 13,042 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 12,945 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 12,837 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 18,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 13,937 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 12,264 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 12,264 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 11,107 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 11,107 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 10,936 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 10,877 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight perishing of front tyrewall

Pass 4 Oct 2008 10,877 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight perishing of front tyrewall

Pass 6 Oct 2007 10,860 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,756 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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WK53 BFU is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK53 BFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK53 BFU registered?

WK53 BFU is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is WK53 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK53 BFU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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